Savaadheetha Dhathuru 2023
by Maldives Yacht Rally 16 Feb 2023 06:18 UTC
1-18 March 2023
Savaadheetha Dhathuru © Abdulla Abeedh
'Savaadheeththa Dhathuru' is a sailing event organized by the Maldives Integrated Tourism Corporation (MITDC) which invites Yachtsmen from across the globe to participate in a journey across the Maldives seas, making stops at local islands, exploring the heritage, experiencing famous dive sites, sandbanks etc.
As part of the celebration of the Imperial Palace of the Maldives' 100th anniversary, HEP Ibahim Mohamed Solih had emphasized the need of conserving the Maldivian Culture and legacy for the future generations of our country. The Maldives is well known for having a rich cultural heritage, making it one of the attractions and the reason people visit. This is how the idea of "Savaadheeththa" was created.
MITDC launched the first edition of "Savaadheetha dhathuru" in response to the debate surrounding the conservation of culture and heritage. Despite the difficulties during Covid, Savaadheetha was able to market effectively. For our guests, the interaction was a really memorable one.
The first edition of the rally was held from 1st February 2022 - 20th February 2022. Yachts sailed through four atolls starting from the northern tip of the Maldives. It was a celebration of As-Sultan al-Gaazee Muhammad Thakurufaanu al-Auzam Sri Savaadheeththa Mahaaradhun, one of the most respected kings to have ruled the small island kingdom (aka Bodu Thakurufaanu). Bodu Thakurufaanu was the only person to get the royal title Savaadheeththa, which meant "the magnificent, honorable." The first rally was a special journey through Maldivian history, emphasizing monuments commemorating Sultan Muhammad Thakurufaanu and stopping at significant locations connected to his mission.
MITDC anticipates this year's event to be much greater with a larger participation of yachtsmen from across the globe. The Second Edition of the Rally is scheduled to start on 01st to 18th March 2023.
The second edition of the Savaadheeththa Dhathuru will begin on the 1st of March 2023, in N. Landhoo. Afterwards, Lh. Hinnavaru, B. Goidhoo, AA, Thoddoo, AA. Rasdhoo, AA. Ukulhas, ADh. Dhangethi, ADh. Dhigurah will be visited, with the journey concluding in ADh. Maamigili. Visiting these islands during this journey will grant the tourists with the opportunity to dive and experience the beauty of Maldives. Awaiting the tourists are beautiful diving spots in Lh. Hinnavaru, AA. Rasdhoo, ADh. Dhangethi, ADh. Dhigurah and ADh. Maamigili.
The itinerary for the second edition is full of activities to look forward to. The second stop of the trip is Lh. Hinnavaru and its where almost half of the identified green sea turtles in the Maldives live. Moreover our third stop for the trip, B. Goidhoo, is a hotspot for Hawksbill Turtle. The itinerary for the second edition of the Savaadheeththa Dhathuru gives the participants the chance to see and experience the vast marine life of the Maldives.
Maldives aim for a sustainable living and a sustainable future, and this can be seen beautifully at the beautiful farm island, AA. Thoddoo. The participants will be able to enjoy and experience a wonderful tour of the farm life and the agro- tourism in AA. Thoddoo, our 4th stop at the rally.
One of the biggest souvenirs that the participants are able to take home from the rally is our special Savaadheeththa Passport. It serves the purpose almost as the same as a normal passport, each visitor will receive a stamp in their Savaadheetha passport from the council of the islands as soon as they arrive. This gives the participants to take home something simple and beautiful that shows that they have visited the islands.
To mark the end of this beautiful journey from the Noonu Atoll and the Alif Dhaal Atoll, the rally will be concluded with a special surprise Gala Night for all participants. Several distinguished guests and dignitaries from the Maldives will join us for the Gala Night, which will be held in one of the resorts close to the Alif Dhaal Atoll.
Registration for the second edition of the Savaadheeththa Dhathuru is now open for all yachtsmen on the official website. The closing date for registration is 15th February 2022. Maldives is an oceanic haven for its residents and visitors and there is no better way to truly visit and experience the 'Maldivian ways' than this voyage. We are hoping that the second edition would be more successful than the first edition.
Join the rally, and experience true Maldives.
For more information visit the official website of the yacht rally, maldivesyachtrally.com.